Registered Behavior Technician Paraprofessional

Fulton County Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools seeks a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) paraprofessional to work under the close supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in classroom and home settings. The RBT implements behavior-analytic services with direct supervision and does not design plans.

40-hour RBT training is required for certification. Responsibilities include assisting BI with materials, data collection, and behavior support, following BIPs, and participating in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Must pass GACE para assessment or have 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with a C or better; associate’s degree or higher acceptable
• Must obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate and complete RBT certification requirements

Responsibilities

• Assists the Behavior Interventionist (BI) in the preparation of educational materials and data collection materials
• Assist the BI with behavior reduction assessments or skill acquisition plans
• Assist with addressing social skills instruction
• Works individually with students or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives
• Assists with implementation of students’ Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as assigned by the BI
• Completes the PCI (Positive Crisis Intervention) training provided by the District
• Participates in required additional training related to behavior analytic services
• Performs other duties as assigned by SEC Administrator (Behavior Interventionists, Coordinators and/or Directors)

Skills

Classroom experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technology proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

GACE para assessment

Associate’s Degree or higher

Job description

Summary

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in both classroom and home settings. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. The RBT does not design intervention or assessment plans. It is the responsibility of the RBT supervisor to determine which tasks an RBT may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence. The BCBA supervising the RBT is responsible for the work performed by the RBT on the cases they are overseeing. Applicants for this position should meet the requirements for securing the paraprofessional position and be willing to complete the required 40-hour training to complete the requirements for obtaining the RBT certification.

• Assists the Behavior Interventionist (BI) in the preparation of educational materials/data collection materials/etc.
• Assist the Behavior Interventionist with behavior reduction assessments or skill acquisition plans
• Assist with addressing social skills instruction
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives
• Assists with implementation of students’ Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as assigned by the BI (in school and home settings)
• Completes the PCI (Positive Crisis Intervention) physical management training provided by the District
• Participates in required additional training related to behavior analytic services when applicable
• Performs other duties as assigned by SEC Administrator (Behavior Interventionists, Coordinators and/or Directors)

Category: Special Education

Job Function: Certified Support Staff

Department: Tri-Cities High

Summary

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in both classroom and home settings. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. The RBT does not design intervention or assessment plans. It is the responsibility of the RBT supervisor to determine which tasks an RBT may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence. The BCBA supervising the RBT is responsible for the work performed by the RBT on the cases they are overseeing. Applicants for this position should meet the requirements for securing the paraprofessional position and be willing to complete the required 40-hour training to complete the requirements for obtaining the RBT certification.

Essential Duties

• Assists the Behavior Interventionist (BI) in the preparation of educational materials/data collection materials/etc.
• Assist the Behavior Interventionist with behavior reduction assessments or skill acquisition plans
• Assist with addressing social skills instruction
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives
• Assists with implementation of students’ Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as assigned by the BI (in school and home settings)
• Completes the PCI (Positive Crisis Intervention) physical management training provided by the District
• Participates in required additional training related to behavior analytic services when applicable
• Performs other duties as assigned by SEC Administrator (Behavior Interventionists, Coordinators and/or Directors)

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Must pass the GACE para assessment; in lieu of the GACE Assessment and have 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of a grade of C or better; hold an Associate's Degree or higher at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution is acceptable

Certification/Licensure

Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate; Must complete RBT certification requirements

Experience Qualifications

0-1 year experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility
• Technology proficiency (computers, AV, office equipment, etc.)

Working Conditions

• Classroom environment and/or home settings

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• May require lifting, bending kneeling, reaching, stooping or crouching
• Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair
• Typically sitting, standing, walking

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Registered Behavior Technician Paraprofessional

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